Kapiolani Community College Honolulu, Hawaii

The Dental Assistant program at Kapiolani Community College provides students with the comprehensive education and practical skills necessary to excel as a vital member of a dental team. This rigorous program combines classroom instruction with extensive hands-on training, equipping students with expertise in chairside assisting, dental radiography, infection control, dental materials, and office procedures. Students learn to prepare treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, assist dentists during procedures, take and develop dental radiographs, and manage patient records. A significant portion of the program is dedicated to clinical experience, allowing students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings through rotations in affiliated dental offices and clinics throughout Oahu. The program is designed to prepare graduates for immediate entry into the workforce as entry-level dental assistants in a variety of settings, including general dentistry practices, specialty clinics, and public health facilities. Moreover, the curriculum provides a solid foundation for career advancement and further education in related dental fields. This program typically lasts several semesters. Upon successful completion, graduates are well-positioned to pursue Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) certification and embark on rewarding careers in the dental profession.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Kapiolani Community College on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.